Patrick Henry's Red Hill Naturalization Ceremony
The Patrick Henry National Memorial will host its annual Naturalization Ceremony on Friday, May 6, 2016 at 11 a.m. on the beautiful grounds of Red Hill, Henry's last home and burial place. The Oath ceremony will begin at 11:00a.m. and last until 1:00p.m. Prior to the oath ceremony, docents will be available in Patrick Henry's house and law office to provide information about Henry's life at Red Hill in the 1790s starting at 9:00 a.m. Eighteenth century interpreters will demonstrate blacksmithing, spinning and weaving, and will be in the historic buildings. Seating begins at 10:30 and visitors are invited to stay following the ceremony for a reception hosted by the Patrick Henry Auxiliary and Brookneal Woman's Club. The Red Hill Chapter of the DAR will provide breakfast for the citizen applicants and their families. There is no admission fee for this event. Members of the press are requested to call in advance. Patrick Henry Jolly, Patrick Henry's 5th great grandson will be on the grounds. Delegate Scott Garrett, M.D., Virginia's 23rd district, will be the keynote speaker.
Date and Time
Friday May 6, 2016
Friday, May 6, 2016 at 11:00 a.m.
Location
Patrick Henry's Red Hill
1250 Red Hill Road
Brookneal, Virginia 24528
Fees/Admission
There is no admission charge
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Contact Information
Myra Trent
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